Prague – One city, two faces

ILLUSTRATION CRISTÓBAL SCHMAL

Kafka, Kundera, Smetana: Prague has influenced the work of many artists, writers and musicians and is regarded as a great European capital, one where culture is writ large. But Prague is also eminently worth visiting if you like to go shopping. We show you both sides.

Homegrown

Sneaker addicts will love the cult footwear at the Botas 66 flagship store, where shoes are guaranteed to be handmade in the Czech Republic.

Productive

Artisans set up shop in December on Wenceslas Square. The Christmas market also has food stalls selling hearty Czech specialties.

Artful

Alphonse Mucha was a legendary Czech designer. The Belda jewelry company produces replicas of some of his finest Art Nouveau pieces.